Purunapalasa - Soro, Balasore
Purunapalasa is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Soro and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Madhusuidanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purunapalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purunapalasa is 393771. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purunapalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purunapalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Purunapalasa village had a total population of 12 people, including 8 males and 4 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Purunapalasa
Purunapalasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dandapalasa | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Sabira | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Agiria | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Chandatikiri | North | 1.55 km |
| Durgapur | West | 1.94 km |
| Bansikharji | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Khirapada | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Guhaldihi | North | 2.77 km |
| Rafayatpur | West | 2.80 km |
| Khajuridiha | North | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purunapalasa
The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Purunapalasa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Purunapalasa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Purunapalasa
Where is Purunapalasa located?
Purunapalasa village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunapalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunapalasa is Madhusuidanpur.
What is the pincode of Purunapalasa?
The pincode of Purunapalasa is 756047.
What is the population of Purunapalasa?
Purunapalasa had a total population of 12, including 8 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Purunapalasa?
Purunapalasa had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunapalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purunapalasa was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.